1. Did you remember to install the USB "wireless receiver" on your daughters "new" ccomputer?
2. Did you do a reboot of the Dell, so the XP-OS could run a "Plug-&-Play" to locate and install the new hardware?
3. It may be necessary to download/install new driver(s) from the Logitech website.
One thing you should be aware of. Cordless keyboards "broadcast" each key stroke that is typed. It may be possible for near-by "hackers" to pick up what was typed and use that information for criminal purposes such as banking and credit card fraud.
Would strongly recommend you use a wired keyboard. A cordless mouse is OK to use.
My daughter had a Gateway computer with the logitech cordless internet pro keyboard and mouse installed. We got a new computer and gave her our old Dell dimensions xp computer. I tried to install the logitech but a pop up comes up stating that The Software
> You Are Installing For This Hardware Has Not Passed Windows Testing To
> Verify Its Compatibility. So I go to put the old Dell keyboard and mouse on it, the same thing comes up. I even tried to connect the new Dell keyboard and mouse on it, and it won't except it. I have contacted Dell and they the logitech is not compatible, but no reason why the Dell is not working. Then they give me some troubleshooting steps that all involve using keyboard and or mouse, which will not work. I am frustrated and my daughter is frustrated. Please help. Thanks in advance

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